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French Summer Country Lunch

Cultural Context

The French Summer Country Lunch is a celebration of the season's bounty, reflecting the rustic charm of the French countryside. Traditionally enjoyed outdoors, this meal emphasizes fresh, local ingredients and a relaxed atmosphere, often accompanied by wine. It embodies the French art of living, where meals are leisurely, and the focus is on enjoying good food and company. Today, variations of this lunch can be found in picnic spots around the world, as people embrace the joy of outdoor dining in the summer sun.

FrenchFRmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
8 to 10 figs
1 block of feta cheese
balsamic vinegar
olive oil
herbs
salt
pepper
1 cantaloupe
mint leaves
fish filets (about 1 kg)
1 kg of baby potatoes
700 grams of green beans
butter
flour
3 shallots
2 lemons (zest and juice)
parsley
variety of cheese of your choice
bread
green leaf salad
hazelnut oil
apple cider vinegar
500 grams of farmer cheese (plain or lemon flavored)
seasonal fruits (apricots, peaches, strawberries)
biscuits for decoration

assorted cheeses

🥗Healthier: vegan cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Vegan cheese provides a dairy-free option while cream cheese is often less expensive.

cured meats

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey slices

Grilled chicken is a leaner protein, while turkey slices can be more budget-friendly.

fresh vegetables

🥗Healthier: organic vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Frozen vegetables are often less expensive and have a longer shelf life.

seasonal fruits

🥗Healthier: dried fruits

💰Cheaper: canned fruits

Canned fruits can be a more affordable option while still providing sweetness.

1

Go to the farmer’s market to buy fresh ingredients for lunch.

2

Prepare the appetizer by slicing figs and serving them with feta cheese drizzled with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and sprinkled with herbs, salt, and pepper.

3

Cut the cantaloupe and garnish with mint leaves.

4

For the entrée, season fish filets and cook them in butter, using flour as needed.

5

Boil baby potatoes and green beans until tender, seasoning with salt and pepper.

6

Sauté shallots and add lemon zest and juice for flavor.

7

Prepare a cheese course with a variety of cheeses, served with bread and a green leaf salad dressed with hazelnut oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.

8

For dessert, serve farmer cheese with seasonal fruits and decorate with biscuits.

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

dairynuts

Also Known As

Déjeuner Campagnard
Local Name: Déjeuner d'été campagnard français

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